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Internship @ ICFOSS- 2025

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Are you a fresh graduate passionate about Free and Open Source Software (FOSS)? ICFOSS invites motivated individuals to join our internship program and contribute to FOSS research projects.

We’re Looking For:

✔ Fresh graduates/ diploma in Engineering holders with a strong interest in FOSS development. ( Those who have completed the course in 2024-25 alone need to apply)

✔ Enthusiastic learners ready to tackle real-world challenges

✔Proficiency in programming and open-source tools

Why Join ICFOSS?

✨ To gain Hands-on experience with impactful projects

✨ Guidance from industry experts and researchers

✨ A proven pathway to high-paying tech careers and admissions to top universities

Duration : 6 Months

Stipend: The selected interns will get an amount of Rs. 15000/- per month as stipend

Projects & Openings along with necessary qualifications ( All openings are at Trivandrum)

Sl. No:

Projects

Qualification

Expected Skill Sets( Candidates are expected to have obtained basic exposure to FOSS at the college level)

1

Language Technology Projects

M.Sc (CS / Data Science) / MCA / MVoc (Computer Science) / MTech (Circuit Branches) / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS) / BCA / BVoc (Computer Science)

    Proficiency in Linux fundamentals

Machine Learning, Python, NLP

2

Capacity Building Programs

M.Sc (CS / Data Science) / MCA / MVoc (Computer Science) / MTech (Circuit Branches) / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS) / BCA / BVoc (Computer Science)

    Proficiency in Linux fundamentals

Machine Learning, Python, NLP, Teaching

3

eGovernance Help Desk and Development

M.Sc (CS / IT) / MCA / MTech (CS / IT) / MVoc (Computer Science) / BTech (CS / IT) , B.Sc (CS) / BCA / BVoc (Computer Science)

    Proficiency in Linux fundamentals

React JS / Django / DBMS / Python / CSS / JS / UI/UX / Technical Documentation

4

Open Hardware

M.Sc (CS / Electronics) / MCA / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS / Electronics) / BCA / Diploma (CS, IT, EEE, ECE, AEI)

Proficiency in Linux fundamentals, Python, Embedded C/ C++, ARM/Arduino/ES, knowledge in embedded hardware and sensor integration.

5

Open Drone

M.Sc (CS / Electronics) / MCA / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS / Electronics) / BCA / Diploma (CS, IT, EEE, ECE, AEI)

  • Proficiency in Linux and Python,

  • Experience with ROS,

  • Familiarity with drone simulation tools (Gazebo or similar),

  • Basic understanding of UAV hardware and navigation systems,

  • Basic understanding of Ardupilot / PX4 stack,

  • multi-UAV systems and communication,

  • Knowledge in networking, reinforcement learning, ML Frameworks, Git

  • Drone flying: Multi Rotor, fixed wing

6

Open IoT

M.Sc (CS / Electronics) / MCA / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS / Electronics) / BCA / Diploma (CS, IT, EEE, ECE, AEI)

Proficiency in Linux fundamentals, Python, Embedded C/ C++, ARM/Arduino/ES, Java, Full Stack/MERN/MEA, knowledge in embedded hardware and sensor integration.

7

Cyber Security

M.Sc (CS / Electronics) / MCA / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS / Electronics) / BCA / Diploma (CS, IT, EEE, ECE, AEI)

  • Proficiency in Linux fundamentals

  • Basic understanding of networking

  • Knowledge of ethical hacking principles, web pen-testing

  • Familiarity with RF/Embedded/IoT hacking

  • Programming skills in Python, Go

  • Database management expertise in MySQL, PostgreSQL

  • Understanding of Restful APIs

  • Proficiency in Git

8

Open SDI

M.Sc (CS / Electronics) / MCA / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS / Electronics) / BCA / Diploma (CS, IT, EEE, ECE, AEI)

Proficiency in Linux fundamentals

Python, C/ C++, Java, Full Stack/MERN/MEA,

9

Open ERP

M.Sc (CS / Electronics) / MCA / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS / Electronics) / BCA / Diploma (CS, IT, EEE, ECE, AEI)

Proficiency in Linux fundamentals

Python, C/ C++, Java, Full Stack/MERN/MEA,

10

Open Source Digital Innovation for Sustainable Growth

M.Sc (CS / Electronics) / MCA / BTech (Circuit Branches) / BSc (CS / Electronics) / BCA / Diploma (CS, IT, EEE, ECE, AEI)

Proficiency in Linux fundamentals, Python, Embedded C/ C++, ARM/Arduino/ES, Java, Full Stack/MERN/MEA, knowledge in embedded hardware and sensor integration.

11

Accounts

B Com with Taxation, Awareness in Financial Accounting

Exposure to Linux desktop environment .Open source accounting packages such and GNU/Khata

12

Adaptive Learning devices for children with disabilities.

BTech in Electronics and Communication.

  • Proficiency in Linux fundamentals,

  • Good diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to do independent literature studies.

  • Good knowledge of digital electronic circuits involving micro controllers.

  • Knowledge of digital circuit design and prototyping using Arduino/Raspberry Pi.

  • Knowledge of PCB Design


The skill sets given are indicative and interns have a opportunities to enhance them .

Selection Process


Candidates must possess a strong understanding of FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) technologies. Each applicant is permitted to register for only one project. Following registration, ICFOSS will review the applications and shortlist suitable candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be assigned an online task related to their selected project area and a linux proficiency assignment. Upon successful submission of the task and proficiency assignment, shortlisted candidates will be invited to appear for a test and interview. The test will assess their knowledge of FOSS technologies, programming skills, and domain expertise. Candidates who clear the test will proceed to the interview stage. Based on performance and project requirements, internships will be offered.

Note: This internship is open only to candidates who have successfully completed their course of study. Students who are currently pursuing coursework or those with back papers are not eligible . However, candidates awaiting their final results (expected by 1 August 2025) may apply, provided they submit a provisional certificate at the time of the interview. Please note that this call is for fresh candidates who have completed the course in academic year 2024-25. Others need not apply.

  • Online Application (25th June - 7th July 2025)

          Task assignment (Tentative Submission Date: 20th July 2025)

  • Test & Personal Interview (Tentative Date: 4th week of July 2025)

Certificate

Internship certificate to be awarded on successful completion of internship.



Apply now and start your journey with ICFOSS!

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